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We are looking for an Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to the Executive Director and help keep daily operations running smoothly for a nonprofit in Memphis, Tennessee. This role starts out with part-time hours but could become full time. This contract position with permanent potential is ideal for someone who is organized, resourceful, and comfortable managing multiple priorities while interacting professionally with leadership, board members, donors, vendors, and staff. The role combines executive support, board coordination, reporting, event assistance, and administrative follow-through in a fast-paced nonprofit environment.
Job Responsibility
Coordinate the Executive Director’s schedule by arranging meetings, resolving calendar conflicts, sending reminders, and tracking next steps after appointments and discussions
Build reliable administrative processes that keep projects moving forward, including monitoring deadlines, checking status updates, and following up on open items across departments
Prepare reports, dashboards, presentation materials, and business documents that support leadership meetings, donor conversations, and board activities
Welcome visitors and donors meeting with the Executive Director, while also organizing meeting logistics such as room setup, refreshments, and lunch arrangements
Support recurring staff and board meetings by managing schedules, developing agendas, documenting discussion notes, distributing materials, and maintaining official records
Handle travel coordination and related administrative details for the Executive Director and staff, including reservations, registrations, receipt tracking, and reimbursement documentation
Assist with donor relations and development efforts by recording interactions in the donor database, coordinating personalized acknowledgements, and helping with fundraising events and campaign materials
Provide grant and contract administration support by scheduling review meetings, tracking deadlines, gathering required documents, securing signatures, and filing completed agreements
Maintain organized electronic and physical records, update training logs and timesheets, and help improve shared folder structure for better efficiency and accessibility
Review written materials for accuracy, formatting, and grammar before distribution to internal and external stakeholders
Requirements
Associate or Bachelor's degree
at least 3 years of related administrative support experience preferred
previous experience supporting senior leadership, with nonprofit exposure preferred
strong ability to manage complex calendars, coordinate travel, and oversee multiple tasks with changing deadlines
excellent interpersonal skills and a detail-oriented communication style
advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and confidence working with databases and reporting tools
demonstrated strength in organization, follow-up, independent problem-solving, and attention to detail
high level of written communication ability, including proofreading, grammar, and document preparation
ability to remain flexible, exercise sound judgment, and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment
What we offer
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance